In the most recent General Conference, two members of the First Presidency claimed that exaltation will be limited to straight married couples. But do the scriptures they cite support their claims? Continue reading Is exaltation reserved for just straight people?
In Sunday School today, we were discussing the story of Jonah, and there were a few things we discussed today … Continue reading Insights I gained from the story of Jonah
At church last week, we sang “O Savior, Thou Who Wearest a Crown” for our sacrament hymn. While we were … Continue reading The very foes who slay thee have access to thy grace
I was asked to speak in our congregation today on the topic of blessings. It was a pretty broad topic, … Continue reading The prosperity gospel conflicts with the gospel of Jesus
Are we using the term TBM correctly? Continue reading Are you TBM? Are you sure?
If repentance is about erasing sin, then Jesus probably had no reason to repent. But what if it is about something more? Continue reading Did Jesus repent?
When people find out that I’m religiously Mormon and politically radical left, they are taken aback. Mormons think I’m not Mormon enough, even labelling me as heathen, apostate, or lacking testimony. Leftists call me hypocritical for supporting a conservative religion, one with a racist, sexist, and homophobic past (and present even).
My religious beliefs have changed over the years. I’m far from your typical Mormon. I have easily dismissed traditions and cultural artefacts of right-wing Protestantism found within modern-day Mormonism. And I’ve found that Mormon scripture often coincides with my political stances, even if Mormons in general dismiss those scriptures in practice or belief.
Here are a few examples to illustrate:
Continue reading “Right-wing politics have hijacked Mormonism”
As I read these verses, my mind immediately thought upon members of the church and how they might interpret them. Continue reading Speak unto us smooth things, prophesy deceits
Last week, I ordained our 18-year-old son as an elder in the Melchizedek Priesthood. This was something that was important … Continue reading 2 ways Melchizedek Priesthood holders are saviours
You know, I have no memories of catcalling women or sexually propositioning women. I know now that these things are wrong, but I didn’t always know that.
I used to think it was acceptable. Society and my peers taught me that. But for some reason, I’ve never done it.
Continue reading “Why I don’t catcall women”